Nightly Ramp Closures Disrupt I-66 Arlington, I-275 Knox County Traffic

Multiple roadwork projects and closures are affecting drivers in Virginia and Tennessee this week. In Arlington, Virginia, the I-66 ramps inside the Capital Beltway will experience nighttime closures from June 15 to 19 and again on June 22 and 23 for paving, with specific detours provided for affected ramps such as Route 29 and North Glebe Road. In Knox County, Tennessee, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is conducting nighttime closures on several ramps leading to I-275 North from June 15 through June 20 to remove asbestos and demolish parts of an old bridge, preparing for new bridge construction. These closures will occur nightly between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m., with drivers advised to expect delays and use caution around work zones. Additionally, various road and lane closures are scheduled across East Tennessee counties, including ongoing utility work on Carpenters Grade Road near Maryville, as reported by local news. Drivers are encouraged to check travel conditions in advance and adhere to safety reminders such as avoiding phone use while driving.